Tottenham Hotspur is facing significant pressure ahead of the North London derby against Arsenal, with both teams struggling early in the Premier League season. Spurs, who finished fifth last season under Ange Postecoglou, have had a slow start with just one win and are dealing with injury concerns for key players like Dominic Solanke and Micky van de Ven. Arsenal, on the other hand, will be without Declan Rice due to suspension and Martin Odegaard due to injury, raising the stakes for Mikel Arteta's side as they aim to not fall behind in the title race. Former Premier League players Graeme Souness and Troy Deeney emphasized the necessity for both teams to secure a win to maintain their title hopes. Historically, Tottenham has struggled against Arsenal in recent years, having won only once in their last seven encounters. The upcoming match not only impacts their current standings but could also have long-term implications for both teams' aspirations this season.